Headache Treatment
Headache Treatment Albany, OR
Migraines and headaches often force many to make drastic changes to their daily routine and schedule. For many people, the severity of a migraine or headache can lead to missing work, meetings, school, and other important events. While migraines and headaches can be difficult to prevent and even more challenging to eliminate after they occur, the proper treatment and preventive care can greatly reduce their effect on an everyday routine.
At Better Pain Solutions, we offer headache treatments for patients experiencing persistent or recurring headaches. Our team can help relieve symptoms, provide treatment, and prevent future headaches. To learn more about a procedure or schedule an appointment, call (541) 249-7317 today.
Headache Treatment Q&A
Multiple factors can cause migraines to become more chronic, including certain food types, smells, and stressful situations. Keep a headache journal for a month to record common situations or factors that lead to migraines. If there is no common link, consider visiting a medical professional for further assistance and diagnosis, which can ultimately help you eliminate the frequency and severity level of migraines.
Consult the physician who prescribed the medication and follow their advice. Some medications may counteract other medications you may be taking. Do not stop the medication unless advised by your physician.
Certain types of people are more at risk of developing chronic headaches and migraines, although the links are certainly not all-inclusive. In general, the likelihood of developing headaches and migraines can be assessed in three categories, age, genetics, and gender. Most individuals who suffer from chronic headaches and migraines experience their first one during adolescence, and they tend to slow down after the age of 30. Additionally, migraines are genetic, and there is an increased likelihood of suffering from migraines if the condition runs in the family.
Unlike a simple headache, a migraine headache can have symptoms before the pain occurs. These changes can include changes in vision (bright lines or shapes), hearing (loud ringing or music), or even sensations like burning, numbness, and tingling. Unlike a simple headache, the pain of a migraine is limited to only one side (left or right) of the head and is usually described as “throbbing” or “pulsing” pain. As the migraine headache gets worse, you will often encounter other symptoms like nausea, vomiting, pain from bright lights, and pain from loud noises.